Posts by kellydesigns
Ready on Redding
This beautiful home in Redding, CT, was staged by kellydesigns. Let’s Get Your Project Started Contact us today to find out how we can help you. Contact Us Sign Up to Receive Our Free Monthly Decorating & Design Newsletter Name Please enter your name. Email Address Please enter a valid email address. Please check the…
Read MorePound Ridge Family Room
kellydesigns reinvented and refreshed a family room in Pound Ridge, New York, for a client. We selected a lighter color on the walls, and added a new sectional sofa with a sleeker look, a motion recliner, swivel chairs, and a wall- mounted TV. We also added a stereo sound bar, and a large ottoman to create…
Read MoreHow to clean stainless steel appliances
Stainless steel appliances seem to be stained with fingerprints constantly. But to give them a good, clean shine, all you need is a microfiber cloth (or just a soft cloth) and some rubbing alcohol! If you really want to get your stainless steel super clean – once a month use a few drops of olive…
Read MoreStaging Success: Is it just another moving expense?
Your home is your castle, decorated to your liking, a place to relax, be comfortable and enjoy meaningful surroundings. When it comes time to sell though, it’s time to ask yourself if your potential buyers will feel the same way about your home that you do. That answer is typically no and that’s understandable. The…
Read MoreRemoving water rings from wood tables and counters
Mix equal parts of white vinegar and olive oil. Rub the surface with a gentle cloth. Make sure the cloth is non abrasive. Rub the water mark and walah. It’s gone. This mixture will remove dirt too. The vinegar cleans and the oil conditions and best of all, it’s non toxic. Image: Source: Hal Martin
Read MoreToday’s Tile Trends for the Kitchen & Bath What to Choose to Make Your Kitchen or Bath Sparkle!
Let’s face it, while choosing tile is a lot of fun, it can also be daunting as there are so many options in design, shape, color and texture. Tile is the finishing touch on a remodeling project and can make a big impact on the overall look of an existing Kitchen and Bath. Since tile…
Read MoreFalling For Aspetuck
This is an amazing home, staged by kellydesigns, nestled on 3.98 acres bordering Westport, Weston, and Easton, on a private cul-de-sac, Sunlight pours in the floor-to-ceiling, substantially mullioned windows. The open floor plan and generous sized rooms lend themselves to family comfort and entertaining. This impressive home has beautiful architectural detail, vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors,…
Read MoreDOs and DON’TS of cleaning a flat screen TV
DO Turn off the monitor. If the screen is dark it will be easier to see the dirty and oily areas. Make a solution of equal parts water and vinegar. Gently wipe the screen. DON’T Use paper towels as these may scratch or damage the screen. Use products that contain ammonia, ethyl alcohol, acetone or…
Read MoreTV Placement Tips
It used to be easy to figure out where to place your TV because in the old days, back in my youth, they were built into furniture and were proudly displayed in the center of the living room. Then in the 80’s, TVs became cabinet-free and were placed on top of stands that could accommodate…
Read MoreUse Newspapers to Prevent Weeds
First wet the newspapers, then put layers around the plants overlapping them as you go. Then all you have to do is cover the soil with mulch and totally forget about weeds. The weeds will get through some gardening plastic but they will not get through wet newspapers. Happy planting!
Read MoreFun With Front Doors
Your front door is the one of the first things people notice when driving by or entering your home and is an important element that sets that stage for what’s to come on the inside. Today manufacturers offer a wide array of options ranging from moderately priced beautifully designed off the shelf models to custom-made…
Read MoreCoastal Charisma on Neptune
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